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Israeli President Isaac Herzog has announced that US President Donald Trump will be awarded Israel’s highest civilian honour for brokering the ceasefire and hostage-release agreement in Gaza, and for his longstanding support for Israel.
In a statement, the President’s office said Trump will receive the Israeli Presidential Medal of Honor in the coming months, at a time and place to be determined.
“Trump deserves the honor in recognition of his role in achieving a historic agreement advancing the release of the hostages and an end to the war. The award also notes President Trump’s steadfast and unwavering support for the State of Israel, his unique contribution to Israel’s security and the well-being of its citizens, and his com